According to Marietta Police reports, an officer was dispatched to the 700 block of Channel Lane in reference to Huffman allegedly lying down in the middle of the street. Authorities also recovered a Ruger 380 caliber semi-automatch handgun, $320 and other drug paraphernalia. He was found with 302.64 grams of methamphetamine and his residence is in the vicinity of a school. Drug dealers often set up shop with the help of one or more local residents, he said, and it takes considerable police resources to disrupt a dealers criminal organization. #gallery-4 img { He was arrested in July 2019 along with Billy Joe Ball Jr. at 21 Chris St., Belpre Township, after allegedly breaking into the home and taking jewelry, collectors knives, firearms, a Stihl chainsaw and generator from 79-year-old Louise E. Yeager. She reportedly stated she and Jenkins were out riding around, but they gave conflicting stories when answering questions. According to Washington County Sheriffs reports, a deputy responded to 122 Tennis Center Drive, Apt. 65 grams of suspected fentanyl seized in Parkersburg residence, Large amounts of cash and drugs found in Glouster residence, one arrested, Discussing the future of the Pleasants Power Station, Local Frontier High School junior donates five bikes to womens transitional living program, Smoot Theatre opens to the public in honor of jazz appreciation month, A look at the new National Weather Service Center. I would guess that 70 to 75 percent of our violent cases are drug related or mental health related in some way.. Today, law enforcement seized: 36 pounds of heroin, 1,600 suspected fentanyl pills, a pound of methamphetamine, and seven firearms. The men were transported to the Washington County Sheriffs Office for questioning and remained in custody at the Washington County Jail on various drug charges.Following the arrest, two search warrants were obtained for the mens residences in Slinger and Milwaukee. C, Belpre. A .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the United States. Search warrants were executed at three locations in Washington County on Wednesday. margin: auto; ", "The FBI and our partners will not let drugs and gun violence rip apart our communities," said FBI Pittsburgh Special Agent in Charge Michael Christman. The person the man was looking for then reported that Rowland had just entered his apartment without permission. Prior to completing the search, Carder stated she had a meth pipe in the vehicle. The detective then obtained the item and found methamphetamine, marijuana, two Xanax pills and drug paraphernalia. Four more Washington County residents charged with growing pot plants. Information through an investigation led officers to a suspected lab at the Elm Street residence. (renews at {{format_dollars}}{{start_price}}{{format_cents}}/month + tax). Dashawn Kirby, 31, of Akron, Ohio, Haley Delong, 20, of Cambridge, Ohio, and Irwin Gray, 29, of Jamaica, New York, remained in the Washington County Jail Wednesday morning after being arraigned in Marietta Municipal Court. } * Billy Joe Ball Jr., 36, no known address, was indicted on four charges, including burglary, a third-degree felony; theft from a person in a protected class, a fourth-degree felony; breaking and entering, a fifth-degree felony; and grand theft of a motor vehicle, a fourth-degree felony. He was found in possession of 1.59 grams of heroin and $2,801 cash. He said he can drive down the street in central Baileyville and point out the houses, one after the other, of people who have loved ones who have struggled with addiction. Carder, the driver, replied she had forgotten to renew it. He was allegedly found with .43 grams of methamphetamine, syringes, snort straws and smoking pipes. The resident reported an altercation earlier in the evening in Marietta with Rowland. An official website of the United States government. Chandra R. Jenkins, 39, 121 Lott Lane, and Mindy S. Carder, 34, of 55 Lott Lane, both of Macfarlan, W.Va., each were indicted for aggravated trafficking in drugs and aggravated possession of drugs, first-degree felonies. The Sheriffs Office said the street value for the drugs is between $100 and $125 per gram and with a total of 5,000 grams, the drugs were worth between $500,000 and $625,000 on the street. Whats far more difficult to count; the number of lives saved and the number of parents who have been spared the trauma of burying their child, thanks to the on-going partnerships between local and federal law enforcement agencies., The Skagit County Interlocal Drug Task Force is pleased to have played a small role in this larger multi-jurisdictional law enforcement effort that will have a significant and sustained impact on the organized drug trade in Washington State, said Tobin Meyer, Chief Criminal Deputy, Skagit County Sheriffs Office. 0. 2023 Maine Public | Registered 501(c)(3) EIN: 22-3171529, PublishedFebruary 22, 2022 at 9:02 AM EST, Maine Public | As the county with the third smallest population in Maine, accounting for about 2.3 percent of the states total, Washington County is seeing an outsized portion of the problem. He was arrested after a drug bust in April 2015 at his residence. Searches were made at 1572 Elizabeth St. Hes said during his career he has seen over and over again children suffer from neglect because their parents get hooked on drugs and are pulled into criminal behavior. Jordan Ross Dieffenbach, 23, of 1366 Elizabeth Court, Kent, was indicted on three charges, including importuning, a third-degree felony; rape, a first-degree felony; and gross sexual imposition, a third-degree felony. U.S. Attorney's Office, Western District of Pennsylvania, Federal Officials Announce the Dismantling of a Multi-Drug Trafficking Organization and the Arrests of its Participants, Norristown Man Pleads Guilty to Possessing with the Intent to Distribute Heroin, Fentanyl, and Methamphetamine, New Castle Man Pleads Guilty to Illegally Possessing Drugs and a Firearm, Johnstown Man Sentenced to 15 Months in Prison and 3 Years of Supervised Release for Distributing Crack-Cocaine. Mercier started his job in Machias only two days before Guererro was shot dead. Information through an investigation led officers to a suspected lab at the Elm Street residence. The vehicle continued to drive despite the lights and siren. Seattle A California man was indicted today by a federal grand jury for four federal felonies related to his sex trafficking of adult female victims, announced U.S. Attorney Nick Seattle A federal grand jury indicted six people in connection with a Whatcom County fentanyl distribution organization, announced U.S. Attorney Nick Brown. As part of the state polices ongoing enforcement efforts, four more Washington County residents have been arrested for allegedly growing marijuana plants. His bond was set at $50,000 and he will also be charged with a parole violation. The weapons included two Springfield handguns, a Glock Taurus 25, a high-capacity magazine 9mm handgun and a .22 caliber Derringer. C, Belpre, was indicted on three charges, including trafficking in a fentanyl-related compound, a first-degree felony; possession of a fentanyl-related compound, a first-degree felony; and receiving proceeds of an offense subject to forfeiture proceedings. Please subscribe to keep reading. He reportedly paid the childs 8-year-old sibling to leave and not tell anyone before allegedly performing sexual acts upon the older child. Drug offenders were among those recently indicted by the Washington County Grand Jury. Neighboring Hancock County, which has 75 percent more people and is part of the same prosecution district, had less than half the violent crime rate in 2020 of Washington County. As part of the state polices ongoing enforcement efforts, four more Washington County residents have been arrested for allegedly growing marijuana plants. 700 Stewart Street, Suite 5220 margin: auto; Apt. float: left; He was found in possession of 1.59 grams of heroin and $2,801 cash. PITTSBURGH Twenty-one members of a drug trafficking organization primarily operating in Washington, Allegheny and Fayette Counties in southwestern Pennsylvania have been indicted by a federal grand jury for trafficking significant quantities of cocaine, crack cocaine, heroin and fentanyl, United States Attorney Scott W. Brady announced today. The search turned up a green container which tested positive for traces of methamphetamine, along with a clear baggie of marijuana in Harrells pocket, and a cigarette container with another clear baggie that had several illegal pills. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites. C, Belpre, was found at his home with four bags of heroin totaling 198.02 grams, 227.08 grams of methamphetamine, $10,180 in cash and digital scales and other items related to drug trafficking. Lt. Josh Staats of the task force said the street value is between $100 and $125 per gram and with a total of 5,000 grams, the drugs were worth between $500,000 and $625,000 on the street. The amount of fentanyl the suspects possessed at their residence has the capability to cause the death of approximately 700,000 people, OKeefe said in an emailed statement about the arrests. Jul 17, 2020 From staff reports Drug offenders were among those recently indicted by the Washington County Grand Jury. In October 2019, allegedly wrote out two checks to herself from an account belonging to A.G.E. Washington County Sheriff's Office joint drug investigation Copyright Marietta Times | https://www.mariettatimes.com | 700 Channel Lane, Marietta, OH 45750 | 740-373-2121, Getting this trash off the streets is a good day for us,. A hydraulic press was also found, which was used to press powdered drugs into bricks. In December 2019, law enforcement seized 10 kilos of methamphetamine, 1,000 fentanyl-tainted pills and a loaded firearm from the lead defendant in this case. Secure .gov websites use HTTPS Last night was very significant, said Sheriff Larry Mincks, during a press conference Thursday. He was charged with trafficking in heroin, a first-degree felony; trafficking in methamphetamine, a first-degree felony; and receiving proceeds of an offense subject to forfeiture, a fifth-degree felony. By combining the resources and expertise of federal agencies and their state and local law enforcement partners, OCDETF identifies, disrupts, and dismantles the most serious drug trafficking, money laundering, and transnational criminal organizations. * Joshua G. Stewart, 39, last known address of 205 Elm St., Belpre, was indicted on three charges, including illegal assembly or possession of chemicals for the manufacture of drugs, a second-degree felony; aggravated possession of drugs, a first-degree felony; and illegal manufacture of drugs, a first-degree felony. In December 2019, he allegedly had a loaded firearm within reach in his vehicle. Agents of the Ohio Organized Crimes Investigations Commission, Washington Morgan Monroe Noble Major Crimes Task Force executed the search warrants for drug trafficking, which resulted in the arrest of seven local people. Androscoggin County, which has a population 3.5 times bigger than Washington County, has the highest rate in 2020 with roughly 1.8 violent offenses for every 1,000 residents. McKinney said difficulties in staffing small-town police departments, and market forces that allow drug dealers to charge two to three times what they might charge in Boston or New York aggravate the situation in Washington County. He is due in Hebron Town Court on Oct. 19 at 1 p.m. The FBI and our partners will stop at nothing to investigate, disrupt and hold accountable those who insist on bringing their harmful business to our neighborhoods.". Drug arrest made in Washington County after suspicious person report. Crystal D. Beebe, 55, of Hartford, is accused of growing 28 cannabis plants. The vehicle eventually made a last-minute turn onto exit 25 and did so by crossing over the grassy divider between the exit ramp and I-77, as there was a marked patrol car blocking the exit. A locked padlock All rights reserved. Agents located all the chemicals used in the one-pot method of manufacturing methamphetamine. He was arrested in July 2019 along with Billy Joe Ball Jr. at 21 Chris St., Belpre Township, after allegedly breaking into the home and taking jewelry, collectors knives, firearms, a Stihl chainsaw and generator from 79-year-old Louise E. Yeager. As they arrived on the scene, deputies observed the vehicle with its horn going off every few seconds, according to the Sheriffs Office release. He was arrested in July 2019 at 21 Chris St., Belpre Township, after allegedly breaking into the home and taking jewelry, collectors knives, firearms, a Stihl chainsaw and generator from 79-year-old Louise E. Yeager. She was found trying to conceal .49 grams of suspected heroin and $1,250 in cash. * Samuel L. Richmond, 33, of 708 32nd St., Parkersburg, was indicted on three counts, including burglary, a third-degree felony; theft from a person in a protected class, a fourth-degree felony; and breaking and entering, a fifth-degree felony. WebINDIAN TOWNSHIP, Maine (WGAN) A drug bust in Washington County on Tuesday afternoon led to the arrests of four people, three of them Mainers. 2023 FOX Television Stations, Parents of 4-month-old baby who died share their heartbreak as mystery of what happened drags on, Missing Wales woman found safe; located at bottom of embankment, MCTS WisGo fare collection system; launching April 1, Muskego hit-and-run crash; police seek pickup truck, driver, Storm, snow chances; Wisconsin could see active end to week, Chula Vista Resort in WI Dells Packages & Deals. Seven people are facing drug trafficking charges following a series of drug busts this month in Washington County. Seized at their home were 3,064.37 grams of suspected heroin; 1,340 grams of suspected fentanyl; three firearms; $10,754 in cash; items used to mix and prepare fentanyl and heroin; scales; and a hydraulic press. He was arrested on June 4 on Interstate 77 after police found a loaded firearm within his reach in his vehicle. The street value was at least $125,000. Today's breaking news and more in your inbox. The weapons included two Springfield handguns, a Glock Taurus 25, a high-capacity magazine 9mm handgun and a .22 caliber Derringer. One of the firearms located was stolen from Wood County. C in Belpre, and 949 Lancaster St., Marietta. His vehicle revealed a stolen license plate from Parkersburg. Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. Its a matter of economics, Mercier said. In May 2019, the FBI conducted a sweep throughout Washington County and part of Hancock County and charged more than two dozen people with drug trafficking crimes. Rymer was charged with possession of heroin, a fifth-degree felony; receiving proceeds of an offense subject to forfeiture, a fourth-degree felony; and tampering with evidence, a third-degree felony. WebSep 24, 2020. Investigators say they got tipped off after the owner of A, Belpre, was indicted on eight charges, including two counts of trafficking in a fentanyl-related compound, both first-degree felonies; possession of a fentanyl-related compound, a first-degree felony; receiving proceeds of an offense subject to forfeiture proceedings, a fifth-degree felony; three counts of having weapons while under disability, all third-degree felonies; and receiving stolen property, a fourth-degree misdemeanor. Samuel L. Richmond, 33, of 708 32nd St., Parkersburg, was indicted on three counts, including burglary, a third-degree felony; theft from a person in a protected class, a fourth-degree felony; and breaking and entering, a fifth-degree felony. On July 28, 2020, law enforcement arrested 13 people named in an indictment for drug trafficking connected to the violent CJNG Mexican cartel. 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It's no Bellingham, WA lawmakers deadlocked as drugs ravage Snohomish County, rest of state, Oregon tells a cautionary tale about drugs, but we're not listening, Woman shot in West Seattle, hours after 2 killed on Capitol Hill, About 1,400 grams of fentanyl powder, about 808 grams of heroin and about 12 grams of methamphetamine, Blenders and digital scales with suspected drug residue on them, Packaging materials including vacuum-sealable bags and a vacuum sealer, A shotgun with an obliterated serial number and a sawed-off barrel, and a handgun. Maine had more overdose deaths in 2021 than any other year, surpassing 600 for the first time. * Derek A. Hill, 29, of 1260 Huck Road, Lowell, was indicted on failure to register, a third-degree felony. Police later found 110 bags of crack cocaine in the intestines of one of the arrested men, Baileyville resident Stephen Perkins. The dealers of these drugs are responsible for increasing levels of violence, addiction and overdose deaths in our communities.. The vehicle continued to drive despite the lights and siren. The resident stated the man identified himself as a police officer, stating his name was Officer Ellis while beating on the door, telling her to open it. Carder, the driver, replied she had forgotten to renew it. Prior to todays takedown law enforcement seized more than 8,000 pills tainted with suspected fentanyl, 22 pounds of heroin, 70 pounds of methamphetamine, one kilo of cocaine, two firearms and approximately $500,000 cash in drug proceeds. C, Belpre. He took over a department that, because of personnel turnover and difficulties with filling vacancies, effectively had no active roster. All rights reserved. There definitely is more violent crime recently [in Washington County], Foster said. Washington County District Attorney Gene Vittone said at a press conference Thursday there have been 33 suspected drug overdose deaths so far this year, up from 20 over the same time period in 2020. According to the Sheriffs Office, he contacted the child via Instagram in early June. Washington Countys violent crime rate was the second highest in Maine in 2020, with nearly 1.5 violent offenses for every 1,000 residents, according to the Maine Department of Public Safety. They discussed or conducted their drug deals in a wide variety of locations, such as a Mexican restaurant in Kent, a bank parking lot at the Northgate shopping mall and a 7-11 in Snohomish County. During the search, 4.5 kilos of a fentanyl/heroin mix, $40,000 in cash and several handguns were found. Our goal in fighting this epidemic is to apprehend and incarcerate the people selling this poison in our county, Vittone said. One officer might be able to investigate a simple assault, theft or burglary, but it takes a minimum of two and often three or four to break up a drug den, he said and even when they do, witnesses often dont want to talk to police for fear of reprisal. The weapons included two Springfield handguns, a Glock Taurus 25, a high-capacity magazine 9mm handgun and a .22 caliber Derringer. The investigation was conducted by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA),Snohomish Regional Drug Task Force, Seattle Police Department, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Skagit Interlocal Drug Enforcement Unit. The person the man was looking for then reported that Rowland had just entered his apartment without permission. A lock ( An official website of the United States government. By clicking Sign Up, I confirmthat I have read and agreeto the Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. The following people were charged on Tuesday and Wednesday with misdemeanor unlawful growing of cannabis: A Vermont woman was arrested on Thursday after her car broke down in Queensbury and she allegedly possessed a weapon and drugs. border: 2px solid #cfcfcf; More than 100 pounds of meth were seized in that investigation, and law enforcement had to intervene at times when they heard threats being made over the wire to enforce cartel rules with violence. Following a report of a suspicious man sitting in their vehicle in the parking lot of a convenience store, the Washington County Sheriffs Office responded to the store in Wausau around 8 a.m. on August 21. Virtually all the drugs being sold in Washington County these days are being brought in illegally from out of state, according to McKinney. EMS were dispatched on the scene, and deputies began a search of the vehicle. {{start_at_rate}} {{format_dollars}} {{start_price}} {{format_cents}} {{term}}, {{promotional_format_dollars}}{{promotional_price}}{{promotional_format_cents}} {{term}}, Vermont woman arrested following car trouble in Queensbury, Three Warren County residents charged with felony weapon possession, Home health aide accused of stealing money from Warren County resident, Warrensburg woman accused of stealing over $8,000, Police: Pair charged with felonies after a Moreau burglary, First Republic Bank to Be Sold to JPMorgan, Biden addresses journalists detained abroad at Correspondents' Dinner, Sudan's rival forces vie for control, risking prolonged conflict, 5 killed in Texas shooting, sheriff expands search for suspect. } Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites. Graphics LLC. #gallery-4 .gallery-item { He was arrested at 57 Garage Lane, Waterford, with 46.55 grams of hydromorphone, a narcotic used for pain. He had prior felony convictions for drugs, placing him under disability, preventing him from owning or possessing a firearm. 37, Marietta, in January for a report of a male trying to break into the residence. Copyright 2022 WTVY. The Sheriffs Office said the street value for the drugs is between $100 and $125 per gram and with a total of 5,000 grams, the drugs were worth between $500,000 and $625,000 on the street. The resident reported an altercation earlier in the evening in Marietta with Rowland. The detective observed a torch and possible THC pen in plain sight. 37, Marietta, in January for a report of a male trying to break into the residence. The investigation was supported by the High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA).
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